The Saudi British Society

Saudi Arabia ranks 22nd In 2026 World Happiness Report, surpasses US and UK. arabnews.pk/node/2637278/s…

In Riyadh, a sweeping survey traces the origins of the Saudi art movement. news.artnet.com/art-world/beda…

SBS Trustee @SimonCollis11 sets out his thinking @bbc on the importance of Prince William’s visit to Saudi Arabia and how this can help strengthen ties between the two countries. bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m0…

Following the official visit of HRH Prince William of Wales, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom announced 2029 as the Saudi-UK Year of Culture. A milestone celebrating shared heritage, creative dialogue, and enduring partnership of nearly a century between the two Kingdoms. #SaudiMinistryofCulture

His Royal Highness Prince William @KensingtonRoyal visited a number of #AlUla’s natural, heritage, and cultural landmarks as part of his official visit to the Kingdom, accompanied by @BadrFAlSaud. During the visit, His Royal Highness was briefed on environmental sustainability initiatives at Sharaan National Park, as well as Saudi–British partnerships in arts and culture at AlJadidah Arts District. The programme also highlighted initiatives supporting the development of AlUla Cultural Oasis. #SaudiVision2030

Hon Secretary of SBS, Peter Harrigan, attending Traditional Arts Forum at King Fahd Cultural Centre in Riyadh. Representing Arabian Publishing, which has published Bedouin Weaving book in both English and Arabic editions for The Royal Institute of Traditional Art.

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Jazan Festival spotlights Saudi coffee culture arabnews.pk/node/2628153/s…

British explorer becomes first person to walk the length of Saudi Arabia telegraph.co.uk/travel/destina…

British actor Michael Caine, shares the secrets to his incredible success in private session for young Saudi filmmakers at Jedda’s Red Sea International Film Festival. dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/arti…

Wishing our Patron, His Majesty King Charles III, a very happy 77 birthday today from everyone at the Saudi British Society.

First British hospital opens in Saudi Arabia. The 180 years King’s College Hospital, London will deliver the British model of healthcare in the Kingdom. healthcareasiamagazine.com/healthcare/new…

An extraordinary exhibition by @RGS_IBG & @KAPLibrary @SaudiEmbassyUK showcasing rare photographs taken by Princess Alice, granddaughter of Queen Victoria during her 1938 visit to Jeddah—capturing life there before the oil boom. She was the first female royal to visit the kingdom

The @SaudiBritishSoc held its 36th AGM. It was noted that membership is rising fast & the events of the year were summarised. Sir William Patey, Society’s Vice President addressed the meeting with thoughts on the latest political situation in the MENA region in lively discussion.

Saudi Arabia launches Riyadh University of Arts to boost creative economy. The new institution aims to rank among world’s top 50 creative arts universities gulfnews.com/world/gulf/sau…

أقامت السفارة حفلًا بمناسبة #اليوم_الوطني_95،برعاية سعادة القائم بالأعمال بالإنابة، وبحضور ضيف الشرف السير أوليفر روبينز وكيل وزارة الخارجية والكومنولث والتنمية الدائم ورئيس الخدمة الدبلوماسية لجلالة الملك، وأعضاء السلك الدبلوماسي والشخصيات العامة وجمع من المواطنين. #عزنا_بطبعنا

Wishing all our Saudi members a Happy Saudi National Day. This year’s theme, “Pride in Our Nature,” reflects aKSA’s commitment to progress rooted in its heritage and vision.

Speakers @ManelMsalmi @drnajahalotaib @ShannonSeban & Deborah Paul. Panel moderater @shirintaber. ⏰ 22 September, 14:00 |📍 Saint Paul's Church, Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith. Register here:👇docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…. 2/2

EVENT: The Storyteller’s Forum is hosting an engaging media event designed to encourage constructive dialogue on the importance of protecting freedom of faith and belief, while amplifying women’s critical stories.1/2

Members of @SaudiBritishSoc are invited to a special evening celebrating the legacy of Mohamed Abdelwahab, father of modern Arabic music, in a spectacular concert @TheatreRoyalDL on Sunday, 23 Nov 2025. 1/1